Undercroft Collection

St Stephens crypt
Although St Stephens Chapel was destroyed by fire in 1834, the crypt below St Stephens Hall, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, which had fallen into disuse before the fire

St Stephens Chapel was a chapel in the old Palace of Westminster which served as the chamber of the House of Commons of England and that of Great Britain from 1547 to 1834

Chester Rows a42_09178
32-34 Bridge Street, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, 1942. The buildings date from the medieval period but were refronted in brick, probably in circa 1811

Undercroft
Christopher Budny

Four Hooded Figures
This painting shows a side on view of a procession of four hooded figures, solemnly bearing a single candle, inside a dimly lit crypt or undercroft. Date: circa 1915

A map of the model of Roman London on exhibition in the Undercroft of All-Hallows-by-the-Tower (engraving)
583101 A map of the model of Roman London on exhibition in the Undercroft of All-Hallows-by-the-Tower (engraving) by English School

View in the undercroft of the chapel of Ely Palace, Holborn (engraving)
608460 View in the undercroft of the chapel of Ely Palace, Holborn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View in the undercroft of the chapel of Ely Palace)

Canterbury Cathedral, the undercroft (colour litho)
966428 Canterbury Cathedral, the undercroft (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canterbury Cathedral, the undercroft)

Lambeth, Lambeth Palace, Undercroft of Chapel, early 13th-century, looking West (b / w photo)
3634116 Lambeth, Lambeth Palace, Undercroft of Chapel, early 13th-century, looking West (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lambeth, Lambeth Palace)

York YO19 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of York YO19 5

View in the undercroft of the Church of St Etheldreda, Ely Place, Holborn, London, 1786

Margab Castle undercroft entrance castle Interior view
Margab Castle. The undercroft; entrance to castle. Interior view (looking toward entrance). 1936, Syria

Margab Castle Eastern wall castle moat looking out
Margab Castle. Eastern wall of castle with moat looking out from undercroft. Interior of chapel at Margab Castle. 1936, Syria

Arrest of Guy Fawkes, Gunpowder Plot
Arrest of Guy Fawkes in connection with the Gunpowder Plot, 5 November 1605. 1605

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of the Undercroft: A Journey Through History" Step into the enigmatic world of the Undercroft, where secrets lie beneath ancient structures and hidden chambers. As you descend into this subterranean realm, four hooded figures emerge from the shadows, their presence shrouded in intrigue. One notable location within this underground labyrinth is St Stephens Crypt, a place forever linked to the arrest of Guy Fawkes during the infamous Gunpowder Plot. The echoes of history reverberate through its stone walls, reminding us of past conspiracies and thwarted plans. Venturing further, we discover Chester Rows a42_09178; an architectural marvel that intertwines with the Undercroft's intricate network. This unique fusion showcases how above-ground structures seamlessly blend with these hidden realms. The allure continues as we encounter a map depicting Roman London on exhibition at All-Hallows-by-the-Tower's Undercroft. This engraving serves as a portal to another era, allowing us to visualize what once stood upon these very grounds. Moving onwards, our journey takes us to Ely Palace in Holborn. Here lies an undercroft chapel captured in an enchanting engraving—a glimpse into grandeur preserved for eternity. Canterbury Cathedral beckons next—an awe-inspiring sight awaits within its undercroft. A color litho transports us back centuries ago when worshippers sought solace beneath its hallowed halls. Lambeth Palace reveals yet another captivating scene—the undercroft of its chapel dating back to the early 13th-century immortalized in black and white photography. Its timeless beauty evokes contemplation and reflection. As our exploration draws near its end, St Stephens Chapel emerges once more—an emblematic symbol residing within York YO19 5 Map's confines. Its significance resonates throughout history as it witnessed pivotal moments unfold within its sacred space.